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Germany Finances Purchase of 50,000 Strike Drones for Ukraine – Reuters
Germany has allocated €90 million to finance the purchase of 50,000 Ukrainian Shrike drones for Ukraine's defense forces, according to Reuters.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 13 Jul, 06:38
EU countries push for trade limits on illegal Israeli settlements, setting up showdown with Commission
A group of EU member states, including Belgium, the Netherlands, and Spain, is seeking a majority to force the European Commission to propose trade restrictions on illegal Israeli settlements in the West Bank. The issue is set to dominate a meeting of EU foreign ministers in Brussels on Monday.
Politico Europe · 13 Jul, 06:37
Oil prices surge as US and Iran exchange attacks over Strait of Hormuz
Oil prices jumped over 4% on Monday after the US and Iran launched attacks on each other over the strategic Strait of Hormuz, leading to a sharp decline in maritime traffic.
Al Jazeera · 13 Jul, 06:37
US Senator Mitch McConnell Says Absence Due to Fall and Pneumonia
Senator Mitch McConnell has stated he will not return to the Senate yet after a fall and mild pneumonia, now recovering in a rehabilitation center.
BBC World · 13 Jul, 06:37
Firefighting planes battle massive forest fire in Fontainebleau forest near Paris
French authorities deployed two firefighting aircraft to the Paris region on Sunday as an exceptionally intense wildfire raged in the Fontainebleau forest, covering 800 hectares and causing partial closure of the A6 motorway and major rail delays.
The Guardian World · 13 Jul, 06:37
US launches new strikes on Iran as Strait of Hormuz standoff intensifies
The US military conducted a fresh wave of strikes across Iran overnight Monday, aiming to degrade Iran's ability to attack shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, while Iran's Revolutionary Guards retaliated with attacks on Jordan, Bahrain, and Kuwait.
Euronews · 13 Jul, 06:36
Russia installs trench electronic warfare systems on warships to counter drones
Russian forces have begun mounting Peroyed-M anti-UAV systems on naval vessels, systems previously used as trench-based electronic warfare equipment.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 13 Jul, 05:38
EU defense remains heavily reliant on the United States
Despite efforts to boost independence, the European Union's military defense remains largely dependent on US weaponry and technology. At the NATO summit in Ankara, new contracts reinforced this reliance, while European alternatives are under development.
Deutsche Welle · 13 Jul, 05:38
Ukraine's top missile designer: modern war is won by whoever experiments with weapons faster
Denys Shtylerman, a missile designer from Fire Point, says Russia's engineering school still follows the Soviet template of designing weapons for years before testing.
Euromaidan Press · 13 Jul, 05:38
Mitch McConnell reveals fall led to hospitalization after weeks of silence
US Senator Mitch McConnell has disclosed that a fall caused his hospitalization, ending weeks of speculation about his health.
The Guardian World · 13 Jul, 05:37
Chinese graduate accused of being Mexico's 'fentanyl king'
Zhang Zhidong, a Chinese national known as 'Brother Wang' and accused of supplying fentanyl precursors to Sinaloa cartels, was arrested in Mexico in 2024, escaped, and later extradited to the US.
BBC World · 13 Jul, 05:37
Philippe's plan to take down Le Pen: Frame her as a lefty
Former French Prime Minister Edouard Philippe is shifting his campaign strategy after Marine Le Pen's surprise return to the 2027 presidential race, now attacking her as a fiscally irresponsible leftist.
Politico Europe · 13 Jul, 05:37
Israel sets October 27 election; Netanyahu faces voter judgment after Gaza war
Israel's parliament announced national elections will take place on October 27, widely seen as a referendum on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's leadership following the Gaza war.
France 24 · 13 Jul, 05:37
Israel releases video of hidden tunnels below Lebanon's Beaufort Castle
The Israeli Army has released footage showing hidden tunnels under Lebanon's historic Beaufort Castle.
Al Jazeera · 13 Jul, 05:36
Heatwave in Europe Claims Over 10,000 Lives
Extreme heat in late June caused more than 10,000 deaths in Western Europe, with the majority being people aged 65 and older.
Ukrainska Pravda · 13 Jul, 05:36
Lindsey Graham's Death Leaves US Senate Agenda in Limbo
The passing of South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham, a key Republican player in major legislative battles, has thrown the US Senate's agenda into uncertainty.
Politico Europe · 13 Jul, 04:38
Ukrainian PM Svyrydenko to Become Ambassador to US After Resignation
Ukrainian Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko will resign and become Ukraine's ambassador to the US, replacing Olha Stefanishyna, who has requested to end her service for personal reasons.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 13 Jul, 04:38
Zelensky Announces Prime Minister Svyrydenko’s Resignation
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko is stepping down as part of a broader shake-up in the country's senior leadership.
The New York Times · 13 Jul, 04:37
Ukraine's Prime Minister Steps Down; Zelenskyy Begins Government Reshuffle
Yulia Svyrydenko has resigned as Ukraine's prime minister, as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy starts a reshuffle of the government.
Sky News · 13 Jul, 04:37
Lindsey Graham's Death: Praise from Israel and Ukraine, but a Bloody Legacy
US Senator Lindsey Graham, a key foreign policy hawk, has died at 71. Tributes from Israel and Ukraine contrast with Iranian hostility, underscoring his complex role in wars in Iraq, Iran, and Gaza.
The Guardian World · 13 Jul, 04:36
At least 27 killed in massive Bangkok pub fire, Thai officials say
A fire at a Bangkok bar late Sunday night killed at least 27 people and injured dozens, with officials launching an investigation into the incident.
France 24 · 13 Jul, 04:36
Zelenskyy replaces prime minister and announces law enforcement overhaul
Yulia Svyrydenko resigned as Ukraine's PM on Sunday, likely to become ambassador to the US. President Zelenskyy signaled changes in top law enforcement agencies. A Ukrainian attack hit an oil refinery in Russia's Samara region. The 'coalition of the willing' meets in Paris on Monday to discuss pressure on Russia.
Guardian Ukraina · 13 Jul, 04:36
Drones Strike Moscow and Oil Depot in Stavropol Krai, Sparking Fire
Overnight on July 13, drones attacked Moscow and an oil depot in Stavropol Krai, causing a fire. Russian air defense shot down 11 drones near the capital.
Ukrainska Pravda · 13 Jul, 04:36
Presidential announcement promises a person of real weight for every priority
The president promised to appoint a strong personality to lead each national priority, from US relations to winter preparation.
Euromaidan Press · 13 Jul, 03:37
Iran Claims Trump-Signed Agreement Gives It Control of the Strait of Hormuz
President Trump signed an agreement that, according to Iran, grants it control over the Strait of Hormuz and global energy supplies. Iran's military is now violently asserting its authority.
The New York Times · 13 Jul, 03:37
Tanzania Tests Fly Larvae for Waste Processing
Tanzania is experimenting with fly larvae to process waste, which could also help reduce expensive animal feed costs.
LSM · 13 Jul, 03:37
King Charles Chooses Highgrove for Family Reunion – A Place of Special Significance
After a four-year hiatus, King Charles met with Prince Harry, Meghan Markle, and their children. The reunion took place at Highgrove House, chosen for privacy, security, and emotional reasons.
TVNET · 13 Jul, 03:37
British woman becomes 13th victim of wildfire in southern Spain, officials say
A British woman who was taken to hospital after a wildfire in Spain's Andalusia region has died, bringing the total death toll to 13, local authorities confirmed.
Sky News · 13 Jul, 03:37
Preliminary Cause of Death Announced for US Senator Lindsey Graham
US Senator Lindsey Graham likely died from an aortic rupture caused by atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. Official cause awaits completion of toxicology and microscopic tests.
Ukrainska Pravda · 13 Jul, 03:37
Very virulent wildfire hits Fontainebleau forest near Paris
A massive wildfire broke out Sunday in the Fontainebleau forest southeast of Paris, burning 800 hectares and partially closing the A6 highway during a busy holiday weekend.
France 24 · 13 Jul, 03:36
Senator Lindsey Graham Dies: Trump Loses Key Capitol Hill Operator
The death of Senator Lindsey Graham deprives President Donald Trump of one of his most effective Capitol Hill operators and leaves Senate Republicans without one of their strongest links to the White House.
Politico Europe · 13 Jul, 03:36
Explosions rock multiple Iranian port cities, state media reports
Iranian state media report explosions in the port cities of Bandar Abbas, Sirik and Jask, as well as Qeshm Island, amid an intensifying standoff in the Strait of Hormuz.
Al Jazeera · 13 Jul, 03:36
US denies Iran's claim of Strait of Hormuz closure
US Central Command stated that ship traffic in the Strait of Hormuz continues, rejecting Iran's claim that the strait is closed.
Delfi · 13 Jul, 02:38
War horrors: Ukrainian zoo volunteer who saved hundreds of animals killed in Russian strike
Olha Kuzmenko, a volunteer who rescued cats and dogs in the frontline city of Druzhkivka, was killed by a Russian guided aerial bomb. She traveled 5 km daily to feed animals and refused evacuation due to her husband.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 13 Jul, 02:38
Spain wildfires: Village at epicentre 'completely charred', 12 dead
Wildfires in southern Spain have killed 12 people and burned 6,600 hectares, with the BBC reporting a 'sea of black' in the village of Bédar.
BBC World · 13 Jul, 02:37
Norwegian MP cycles from Oslo to Kyiv to collect donations for Ukrainian soldiers
A Norwegian lawmaker has embarked on another bike ride from Oslo to Kyiv to raise funds for Ukraine's defenders. He warns that Putin poses a threat to the Baltics and Nordic countries.
LSM · 13 Jul, 02:37